Vulnerability Report
Plugin Critical Patch path listed CVE-2021-4443

WordPress Mega Menu <= 2.0.6 - Arbitrary File Creation

The WordPress Mega Menu plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Creation in versions up to, and including, 2.0.6 via the compiler_save AJAX action. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to create arbitrary PHP files that can be used to execute malicious code.

Quick Answer

CVE-2021-4443 is a critical severity with CVSS 9.8 Vulnerability issue affecting the Plugin QuadMenu – Mega Menu. It affects Versions up to 2.0.6 and is fixed in 2.0.7.

Published
Feb 22, 2021
Last Updated
Oct 16, 2024
Slug
quadmenu
Operational Summary

What the operator needs to know

Patch Status
Patched release is available
Remediation
Update to version 2.0.7, or a newer patched version
Operator Briefing

CVE-2021-4443 is tracked for the Plugin QuadMenu – Mega Menu as critical severity with CVSS 9.8. The affected range is Versions up to 2.0.6. Update QuadMenu – Mega Menu to 2.0.7 or newer where that version is compatible with the site.

Issue Type
Vulnerability
Primary Fixed Version
2.0.7
Primary Affected Range
Versions up to 2.0.6
Tracking ID
CVE-2021-4443
Detailed Metadata
Software Type Plugin
Software Slug
CVE CVE-2021-4443
Patched Versions
2.0.7
Affected Versions
Versions up to 2.0.6
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